Astrocytes directly regulate brain circuits that consolidate memories during sleep, study reveals
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For many students, especially on the eve of an important test, reducing rest time may seem a good strategy to gain more hours of study. However, neuroscience shows that this choice may not be as advantageous. More than a period of [...]
Astrocytes found to directly regulate memory consolidation during sleep
Research has shown that a good night's sleep has many benefits, including memory consolidation. How sleep enables the brain to strengthen memories is still not completely understood, but a new study published in Neuron reveals how astrocytes, brain cells known for supporting neurons and their functions, can directly regulate brain circuits involved in memory consolidation.
Astrocytes directly regulate brain circuits that consolidate memories during sleep, study reveals
Research has shown that a good night's sleep has many benefits, including memory consolidation. How sleep enables the brain to strengthen memories is still not completely understood, but a new study published in Neuron reveals how astrocytes, brain cells known for supporting neurons and their functions, can directly regulate brain circuits involved in memory consolidation.
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